gift to me

It is only November twelfth, and I have already received my Christmas present. The wonderful hospital organization that allowed me to work for them for sixteen years sends a hundred dollar check to their retirees every Christmas season. Last year I made it a real gift and spent it on frivolous stuff. One thing I bought was a bottle of amaretto. Years ago Ned gave me some small bottles of liqueurs for Christmas, and I especially liked the taste and versatility of the amaretto. You can pour it over ice cream, add it as a flavoring, and spike your cocoa in the wintertime, my favorite use. I wonder what frivolous thing I will buy this year. hmmm...